Lyft and General Motors recently announced the expansion of the Express Drive short-term vehicle access program. The program launches in...
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Carl Anthony is the Managing Editor of Automoblog and AutoVision News and the host of AutoVision News Radio and AutoSens Insights. As a respected automotive industry thought leader and analyst, Carl has appeared on numerous podcasts and radio shows, including Wrench Nation, Cars Yeah, The Car Doctor, and Brains Byte Back, in addition to appearing as a regular contributor on MotorMouth Radio on WHPC 90.3 FM. Outside of print and broadcasting, he oversees a small automotive consultancy that works with leading companies in the ADAS and autonomous driving space, including AEye, Nira Dynamics, OMNIVISION, VSI Labs, and XenomatiX.
Before joining Automoblog in January 2015, Carl was a dealership and new vehicle launch trainer on behalf of Ford, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo. He was a long-time product specialist on Chevy’s National Truck Team, a full-scale experiential marketing program that travels the United States, and a member of the FCA (now Stellantis) national auto show team where he served as the resident expert for consumers on the Dodge Charger and Challenger. Prior to the automotive industry, Carl was on the air at several popular Midwest radio stations, including KIWR, KEZO, KJAN, and KELO-FM.
Carl is a Midwest Automotive Media Association member and on the board of directors for the Ally Jolie Baldwin Foundation. Like many Detroiters, he is holding out for a Lions Super Bowl win.
Ford Motor Company recently announced performance numbers for the 2017 F-150, equipped with the 3.5-liter EcoBoost and 10-speed automatic transmission. The...
We look forward to the weekends when we can showcase yet another book in this series. There is always something new to learn about cars. It never ceases to amaze me how much automotive history is actually out there. Porsche is one of the brands I am learning more about...
Car thieves are more sophisticated as vehicles today offer more connectivity and technology. Hacking methods to jam key fobs, prevent...
How Jaguar Classic came to light is a story as interesting as the brand itself. In 2015, the Lightweight E-type became...
The Kia Forte is one of the automaker’s most popular offerings, having especially strong sales in 2015. To keep the momentum going, Kia made some modifications for the 2017 model year. Exterior styling, infotainment offerings, and the engine lineup were carefully reviewed. Overall, we like the little cruiser and feel...
Autonomous driving is continually up for debate. Proponents point to increased safety, better use of infrastructure, and more enjoyable, productive...
The Gen Six Chevy Camaro underwent significant changes before it appeared in 2016. Weight was slashed, structural rigidity was improved,...
The 2017 Honda Accord Sedan and Coupe arrive Monday (6-27-16), complete with a new Sport Special Edition. Honda dealerships nationwide are preparing for automaker’s flagship car to enter their showrooms. The new Accord features a multitude of trim packages, offers both 4-cylinder and V6 engines, and three transmissions: 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic,...
Automobili Lamborghini recently unveiled the Aventador Miura Homage, in honor of the infamous Miura. Considered one of the most timeless...
The 2017 Nissan GT-R is wickedly fast and wildly cool; nothing else in the Nissan library can keep up with...
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. shared some data on a unique fuel cell known as a Solid Oxide Fuel-Cell (SOFC). The technology runs on bio-ethanol electric power, with an e-Bio Fuel-Cell and an SOFC power generator. This is a first for the automotive industry. How It Works Nissan’s SOFC harnesses a...
When I was growing up, my neighbor had a black Nissan Maxima. A sticker on the rear window read “4DSC,”...
It may be hard to believe but in 1976, BMW only offered three models: the 2002, 3.0i, and 530i. Seems hard...
When we think about customizing our cars, it’s very easy to zero in on performance. Chances are that’s what first comes to mind but consider this – and just fill in the blank: “My car would be so much better if I could make this one modification: ________” What did...
The warm, summer air inspires vacations and road trips. This is the time of year to leave the office and...
It’s most certainly a dream car – the kind people put on the background of their computer or phone. If...
Leasing versus financing: is one way better than the other? This handy guide will help you decide which option is best for you. Buying a new vehicle can be overwhelming. These days, signing the paperwork for a new car feels like buying a house versus a set of wheels. Before you...
With this Book Garage series, I want to believe we are helping preserve the finer, more memorable things in automotive culture....
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, a time when many are planning to travel. Summer is exciting...
My first car, a 1991 subcompact, served me well as I entered my junior year of high school in 1998. It was, however, noisy. Everything about the car was loud, especially on the highway. Opening the sun roof was maddening. Not only did the wind noise increase but the gears...
Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. is expanding a recall, based on recent information from Takata and the National Highway Traffic...
When I was a kid, I dreamed about having a Mustang Boss 302. In high school, I wondered what my...
Volkswagen certinately has a loyal following in the United States. I have friends who love and adore the German manufacturer, citing quality and fuel efficiency as their top reasons of ownership. Volkswagen arrived in the U.S. in 1949 and, in the 67 years since, have presented 20 different vehicles to...
Buick’s steady growth the last three years is continuing in 2016. The automaker recently hit an all-time high in conquest...
Sometimes our vehicles become an integral part of our lives, serving as an extension of who we are. This was...
These days, automobiles are becoming increasingly more aware and technologically advanced. Many active and passive safety technologies can prevent deadly collisions. Things like accident avoidance, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and collision mitigation braking are just some of the more common safety features added to today’s vehicles. Even though...
As autonomous initiatives continue worldwide, Audi is making further strides with “Jack,” their A7 piloted driving concept. Jack runs on...
The saying “a picture is worth a thousand words” certainly rings true for the work of Louis Klemantaski, often considered...
There’s little car fans love more than a bunch of awesome renders, but while most artists tend to focus on exotic machinery, what about the more unlikely candidates? After all, haven’t you at least once looked up something like “retiree’s favorite the Honda Jazz” and wondered what it would look like...